Service Works chef pants have quietly become one of the most popular pants in streetwear. Originally inspired by the functional workwear of professional kitchens, they have crossed over into mainstream fashion thanks to their relaxed fit, practical design, and understated cool.
What Are Service Works Chef Pants?
Service Works is a UK based brand that takes inspiration from the service industry, particularly the kitchen. Their chef pants are modelled on the traditional check trousers worn by professional chefs, but refined for everyday wear. The result is a pant that is incredibly comfortable, surprisingly versatile, and unlike anything else in your wardrobe.
The classic chef pant features an elastic waistband with a drawstring, a relaxed wide leg cut, and that signature houndstooth or check pattern that gives them their distinctive look. Service Works also produces them in solid colours and canvas fabrics for those who prefer something more understated.
Why Chef Pants Are Trending
The rise of chef pants tracks with the broader move toward comfort and workwear in fashion. People want clothes that are relaxed without being sloppy, functional without being boring. Chef pants tick both boxes. They are essentially as comfortable as trackpants but look infinitely more put together.
The food and hospitality culture boom has also played a role. As chefs have become cultural figures, their uniforms have gained a cool factor that has bled into street fashion.
How to Style Chef Pants
Chef pants work best when you keep the rest of the outfit simple. A plain white tee, a simple knit, or a clean button down shirt all pair perfectly. For footwear, low key sneakers, Birkenstocks, or even loafers work well depending on the vibe you are going for.
The checked versions make a statement on their own, so keep everything else tonal and understated. The solid colour options are easier to style for everyday wear and can even pass as smart casual with the right top and shoes.
Service Works Sizing
Service Works chef pants fit relaxed by design. The elastic waistband and drawstring mean they are fairly forgiving on sizing. If you are between sizes, going with your regular size will give you the intended relaxed fit, while sizing down will give a slightly slimmer silhouette.
Shop Service Works at Wally
Wally stocks the full Service Works range including chef pants, tees, and accessories at Wally and in our Takapuna store. Chef pants are one of our most consistently popular items, and popular sizes do sell out, so if you see your size in stock, do not wait too long.