How To Choose The Right Headwear for Fast Food & Quick-Service Restaurant Staff

A good customized hat for a team can do a lot, even as far as reflecting the vibe of the restaurant or fast food joint itself. 

In the high-energy, sweat-inducing world of quick-service restaurants, headwear is a critical piece of uniform engineering that grants a lot of benefits.

That’s why it’s important to invest in the right headwear for the staff.

Restaurant staff need hats that are breathable, durable, and adjustable. So the fabric material of the hat should be lightweight and tough. For adjustability, hats with snap closures work best. Moisture-wicking comes down to the fabric of the hat’s sweatband. 

The headwear chosen for restaurant staff is also a factor that represents the brand to its customers. So you would want to determine how you want your brand to be represented. Need the hats to have a sporty appeal reflecting the brand’s high-energy work ethic? Or need hats that are plain, stylish, and practical to handle the peak hour rush? Once you narrow down how you want the hats to reflect your brand’s values, it becomes easier to choose hats.

The next thing to consider is whether the hat is fit for branding. There are factors to consider here, too. For example, blank 5-panel trucker hats may come with foam front panels that are good only for specific decoration techniques. In certain cases, embroidery can get distorted on foam panels. Likewise, some caps may not have a front canvas big enough for the restaurant’s logo to pop. 

Considering the information that we covered in the fabric and function section, the most effective fabric would be polyester or a blend of polyester and cotton (with more polyester than cotton). Polyester contributes to the hat’s durability. So Blank snapback hats made of polyester with moisture-wicking sweatbands check all the boxes here. 

Now, considering what we covered on brand representation criteria, you can select a hat type that best conveys your brand’s values and vibe. Snapback baseball hats made of polyester for a sporty look, polyester snapback truckers for a casual appeal, and visors for outdoor staff - you have a few viable options here. 

From our snapback hats wholesale collection, we recommend the following styles:

A high crown profile gives more canvas for printing. The foam front panel is high-heat resistant and stays crinkle-free for vibrant designs with heat transfers. Has a snap closure and a soft terry cloth sweatband for enhanced comfort and moisture-wicking. The mesh back offers better breathability, increasing the overall comfort delivered by the cap. Comes in 92 colors.

Made of a stretchable, anti-static T4 polyester twill with a heavier, cotton-like texture for enhanced durability. The hat has a sporty style and a big front canvas. The micro-mesh performance sweatband takes care of the moisture. It’s also notably dust resistant.

Made of a poly-cotton blend with 65% polyester, the 31-069 is a classy baseball cap with a seamless front panel for decoration. It’s very comfortable to wear and comes in 45 colors. The sweatband may not wick moisture like the other styles we covered above, but it does contribute to moisture management. The 31-069 is a customer favorite, with many of our customers using it to accessorize their staff’s uniforms. 

What’s special about this poly-cotton cap is that despite its low profile, there is still more than enough real estate for branding it. The popular mesh back is a great addition for uniforms, offering breathability and exceptional comfort. 

Classy and stylish cap, with a pro stitch on the crown and sandwich visor. Features a great sweatband and offers superb comfort. The sturdy front panel takes decorations well. The only thing it lacks is a snap closure. Instead, it has a hook-and-loop closure that’s still conveniently adjustable.

This style is part of OTTO CAP’s OTTO FLEX lineup, which means it’s engineered for the ultimate flexibility. This blank flexible fit hat doesn’t come with a closure but can effortlessly fit any head size, offering amazing comfort. The fabric is durable, offers UV resistance, and is moisture-wicking. The firm front panel provides a defined shape and a stable surface for decorations.

Made of a poly-spandex blend, the 19-1253 diamond knit cap is crafted for performance. It features an advanced performance sweatband that can wick moisture and resist odor and bacteria. 

CapBargain proudly sources exclusively from OTTO CAP, a leading manufacturer of blank and custom headwear specializing in wholesale trucker hats. Our inventory offers you just the right styles in the right colors at exceptional quality and versatility to accessorize your staff. Blank hats from OTTO CAP are crafted with a focus on customizability. The highlight is that wholesale blank hats from OTTO CAP are extremely reasonable when it comes to pricing while uncompromising on quality. So you essentially get what you would expect from premium blank hats at much lower prices from CapBargain, provided you purchase in bulk. 

We recommend these practices before placing your orders.

Your team's needs and comfort should be the priority. That will contribute even more to your brand's image and the practical demands of a fast-paced food service environment. And the hats you find at CapBargain will enhance brand perception and keep your crew looking and feeling fantastic.

Browse our extensive OTTO CAP blank hats collection and get that edge for your brand at a minimum investment.