Printed hospitality clothing with a street food look: Utility 2.0
2 October 2026 · 8 min leestijd · DrukkerijNijmegen.com
Picture a night market: smoke from the grill, the sizzle of a wok, a queue in front of a food truck and a team laughing as they hand out orders. That exact vibe is the starting point of Utility 2.0, the new hospitality line from Premier. Tough workwear with a street food edge, made to work in all day. Want printed hospitality clothing that is as distinctive as your menu? Several of these styles are in our shop. In our workshop in Nijmegen we add your logo, from just one piece.
In short
- Utility 2.0 is inspired by street food, open kitchens and classic workwear
- Ripstop apron, tabard, service shirt and cargo trousers are in our shop
- Your logo in 1–2 colours of cut vinyl or in full colour DTF
- Printing from 1 piece, always with a digital proof first
Printed hospitality clothing with a street food edge
Premier calls it a new chapter for hospitality wear. The collection draws on bustling night markets, open kitchens and food made with flair and shared with joy. The basics are familiar: sturdy aprons, a work shirt and trousers with pockets. But in a form you will happily keep wearing after your shift. The idea behind it: a team that can be itself at work, with clothing that goes along with that.
That fits how many places work today. A coffee bar with a vintage interior, a poké place with an open kitchen, a food truck at a festival in the park: you do not want stiff uniforms there, but you do want a team that clearly belongs together. Your logo on the chest or the apron makes that visible, without turning it into a costume.
The Utility styles you can have printed with us
Four styles from the Utility 2.0 line are in our shop. Together they make a complete look, from top to bottom:
The service shirt has a roomy, unisex cut and two buttoned chest pockets. Premier uses fabric with what it calls a Stay Finish: according to the brand, the fabric is dyed with reactive dyes so the colour stays good for at least twenty washes. Wear it buttoned up as a work shirt or open over a striped tee, like in the lookbook.
The ripstop apron is made from woven ripstop fabric that resists wear and tear, with recycled polyester in the mix (65% recycled polyester, 35% cotton, 255 g/m²). The neckband looks like a seatbelt and closes with a clip buckle. A centre split gives you room to move, and the centre pocket is reinforced with rivets. The tabard is the vest apron of the line: sturdy canvas (60% cotton, 40% recycled polyester, 310 g/m²), several pockets, a centre split and seatbelt-style straps with clip buckles. The brand describes it as protection against splashes, spills and stains. Finish the look with the recycled cargo trousers, with cargo pockets for a notepad or thermometer.
Workwear you still want to wear after your shift: that is what Utility 2.0 is all about.
Olive and navy: setting the tone
In the lookbook Premier goes for a clear colour palette: olive green and deep navy. Olive feels warm and natural, like a classic work jacket. Navy keeps it clean and modern. Together they create a grounded, effortless look that, according to the brand, suits food trucks, cafés and casual hospitality. Black, khaki and dark grey also appear. You can see which colours each style comes in on the product page.
For your logo that means: pick a colour that gives calm contrast. A cream or sand logo on olive, white or yellow on navy. With cut vinyl you choose from 104 vinyl colours, from matt to metallic and gold. Does your logo have a gradient or lots of colours? Then we use full colour DTF, which also works on dark fabric.
Tip from the workshop
On a bib apron, a logo looks best on the chest panel, just below the neckband. The fabric does not fold there, so your logo stays visible while you stand behind the counter. On ripstop and canvas not every position or technique is possible: the product page shows which positions and techniques are available for this style. Not sure? The digital proof shows exactly where it goes.
Aprons with character for food trucks, coffee bars and bakeries
The Utility line builds on Premier's Artisan collection, which you will also find with us. Think aprons in canvas and a waxed denim look, with leather-look details and pockets in the right place. Ideal if your place has a crafted feel:
The canvas apron with pocket looks like a real workshop apron. The District and Division have a waxed denim look; the Division adds faux leather details. Mostly front of house or at the till? Then the short Metro hip apron is handy: your order pad and phone are within reach, without metres of fabric. You will find more aprons, tunics and chef's jackets in our hospitality and care clothing.
For the kitchen crew: the black PR903 Coolchecker chef's jacket with long sleeves.
From open kitchen to serving hatch
In an open kitchen, your guests watch your team at work. Every detail counts, including what the chefs wear. A denim chef's jacket or a chef's polo suits a street food concept better than a classic white one. Pair it with a striped tee and a cross-back apron, and you have the Utility look without everything having to come from the same line.
The denim chef's jacket and the chef's polo get a small logo on the chest or sleeve. The Long John T-shirt has sleeves you roll up and fasten with a tab. The Clip 'n' Clasp apron has cross-back straps, easy to put on and take off between orders.
Printed hospitality clothing for your whole team
The beauty of this mix: not everyone has to wear the same thing. Front of house wears the shirt with a hip apron, the kitchen a chef's polo with a ripstop apron, and in the food truck everyone wears the tabard. As long as your logo, colours and placement match, it feels like one team. Also looking for workwear with a logo for behind the scenes, like the dish station or deliveries? Have a look at our workwear or read our article on antibacterial work shirts and polos. For a summery terrace look, see our article on the terrace wardrobe.
How to get started
1
Choose your basics
Start with one style per role: an apron for the kitchen, a shirt or polo for front of house.
2
Upload your logo
Choose 1 colour of cut vinyl or full colour DTF per position and upload your file on the product page.
3
Approve and press
You get a digital proof first. We only press after your approval, then you collect in Nijmegen or have it delivered.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have hospitality clothing printed and collect it in Nijmegen?
Yes. Our workshop is in the centre of Nijmegen, at In de Betouwstraat 40. You are welcome to drop by and collect your order, or have it delivered. Read more about how we work on clothing printing in Nijmegen.
Can I have just one apron printed?
Absolutely. We print from 1 piece. Handy for testing one apron or shirt before kitting out the whole team, or for ordering one extra later when someone new joins.
Which technique should I choose for my logo on an apron?
For a logo in one or two colours, cut vinyl is crisp and clear, and you can choose from 104 vinyl colours, including gold, silver and metallic. For photos, gradients or many colours, full colour DTF is the right choice. The product page shows which positions and techniques are available for this style.
How do I wash printed hospitality clothing?
Wash inside out at the temperature on the label, and preferably not in the tumble dryer. That keeps your logo looking good, even when the apron is washed often.
What is the difference between a bib apron, a hip apron and a tabard?
A bib apron has a chest panel and a strap around your neck, covering your whole front. A hip apron ties around your waist and is handy for serving. A tabard is worn like a vest over your clothes, often with pockets at the front and back.
Ready for your own Utility look?
Send your logo with a quote request or drop by our workshop in Nijmegen. We will help you choose the style, colour and placement.
