Tips for choosing your servers’ shoes

Knowing the specific aspects of a profession, namely the tasks performed by the people who carry it out, the work environment in which they operate and, consequently, the inherent risks, makes it possible to understand the needs of these professionals, particularly in terms of equipment.

Shoes For Crews, a leader in the safety and work footwear sector, is aware of this and bases its work on the needs and requirements of its customers, but above all those of their employees, in order to create and manufacture reliable footwear that provides them with the protection and well-being they need every day.

Since its founding in 1984, the company has continued to conduct research and develop its own technologies to achieve these goals. Thanks to the knowledge acquired over the years, our experts are able to advise customers across all sectors.

In this new article dedicated to the hospitality and restaurant industry, you will find all our recommendations so that you can choose shoes for servers that meet their expectations and support them throughout their professional careers.

How do you choose shoes for servers?

Although front-of-house staff work shoes do not follow a specific safety standard, they are no less important. To select the ideal server shoe model, we recommend that you pay attention to the following aspects:

1. Comfort: 

• Flexibility and lightness: working constantly on your feet, standing for long periods, moving frequently, sometimes going up and down stairs, carrying out tasks quickly… Your employees’ day is physically demanding. It is therefore essential that their shoes do not hinder the smooth running of their activities and even become “unnoticeable”. When making your selection, prioritise the comfort offered by lightweight models made from flexible materials. It will be a real boost in helping them keep up the pace.
• Water resistance: choose water-resistant shoes. Whether thanks to an internal or external water-repellent membrane, your employees’ shoes must provide the level of waterproofing required to work without the risk of getting wet feet.
• Technology that reduces pressure on the heel: will your female staff wear shoes with a small heel? Check that it is made of rubber or incorporates technology that reduces impacts with every step.
• Padded, removable insole: for greater comfort, check that the shoe has an insole that can also absorb the vibrations caused by walking. A removable insole is also an advantage, as it can be taken out for easy airing and cleaning when necessary.

 2. Safety: 

• Slip-resistant outsole: so that your staff can move confidently while carrying trays, plates and drinks, choose shoes with a slip-resistant outsole. This type of sole provides strong grip to prevent slips and falls, which account for 31% of workplace accidents in this sector.
• Splash protection: in a work environment where hot dishes or drinks may be dropped, accidents should be prevented by choosing models made with a protective membrane that keeps the foot insulated.

3. Style: 

Consistency with the type of establishment : in every sector, employees are a company’s first ambassadors, which is why it is essential to consider how to choose your restaurant uniform. Just like a shirt, trousers or an apron, work shoes are an integral part of servers’ attire. They must therefore suit the style of the establishment and complement the chosen uniform so they do not look out of place.

Why trust Shoes For Crews footwear

Many brands choose Shoes For Crews because not only does our footwear offer valuable benefits for their staff, but we also provide support services that position us as a trusted partner. We help you create a programme that meets your company’s needs and thus establish a culture of safety within it.

Benefits of Shoes For Crews server shoes

After many years of research and testing, we developed our own safety sole, which can reduce accidents caused by slips and falls by up to 80%. This patented sole has become the Shoes For Crews hallmark. We comply with the highest quality standards, and our footwear’s slip-resistance test results far exceed those required by regulations. 

In our catalogue, you will find shoes in different styles to meet the aesthetic requirements of every establishment: trainers for an unmistakably sporty look, overshoes for a quick and effective solution, as well as derbies, loafers or ballet flats for elegant service footwear. We can offer the model that will best complement your service uniform.

That is why we invite you to contact our team of Shoes For Crews experts, who will create a tailored proposal for your business.