Converse Builds a Chuck Taylor That Can Survive a Kitchen Shift

Converse has launched At Your Service, a collection that turns the Chuck Taylor All Star into a work shoe for restaurant crews. It covers the high top, the low top and the slip-on, and it adds slip-resistant diamond-pattern outsoles, CX cushioning and uppers meant to shrug off water and oil. Hypebeast reports the drop landed on November 3, and Highsnobiety puts pricing at $75 to $85.

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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star At Your Service kitchen shoe with slip-resistant outsole — Image: Converse, via Hypebeast

What changes versus a regular Chuck

A standard Chuck has a flat, grippy rubber sole, but it was never designed for wet tile and grease. The At Your Service pairs swap in a diamond-pattern tread built for slick floors. Hypebeast says the collection meets or exceeds ASTM SRO and ISO occupational slip-resistance standards, a detail we would still confirm on the product page before buying for a job that requires certified footwear.

Comfort gets an upgrade too. CX cushioning sits inside for long shifts, and the canvas versions use breathable, water and oil-repellent fabric. Hypebeast also mentions leather versions with an easy-wipe finish. Highsnobiety describes the pairs it covered as black, so expect a low-key look rather than loud colors.

Who it suits

Cooks, servers and bartenders who already live in Chucks are the obvious audience. It also makes sense for anyone on their feet on hard, wet floors who wants a sneaker look instead of an orthopedic one. If your workplace has strict safety rules, check them first, since requirements vary by employer.

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How it compares to other slip-resistant options

If you want to compare this against purpose-built work footwear, our guide to the best slip-resistant shoes for nurses covers options designed for long shifts. More launches are collected in our footwear news section.

Where to buy

Converse.com is the main place to buy, and select retailers are also listed. The At Your Service pairs themselves are not on Amazon, so the standard Chuck Taylor options below are the closest match.

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FAQ

What is the Converse At Your Service collection?

It is a set of Chuck Taylor All Star styles for restaurant and kitchen work, with slip-resistant outsoles and cushioning.

Which styles are included?

The high top, low top and slip-on Chuck Taylor All Star.

How much does it cost?

Highsnobiety lists $75 to $85. Check Converse for current pricing.

Where can I buy it?

Converse.com and select retailers.

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