US GI WHITE COOK'S JACKET USED

The US GI White Cook's Jacket is genuine American military-issue kitchen apparel — the real coat worn by enlisted cooks running mess halls, field kitchens, and galley operations. Built to a government specification for hard daily use in hot, demanding kitchen environments, it offers your customers an authentic piece of US service kit at a price point that beats civilian chef-coat brands.

This is original-issue surplus, not a commercial knockoff. That makes it a strong stocking choice across multiple customer segments: working chefs and line cooks who want a tough, washable jacket; culinary students looking for an affordable uniform; military collectors and reenactors filling out a mess-section impression; and the steady stream of shoppers who simply appreciate genuine GI clothing for everyday wear, costume, or workshop use.

Built for the Mess Hall

The classic chef silhouette is here in full: a clean white double-breasted front with two columns of buttons that let the wearer re-button to a fresh side if the outer panel gets soiled mid-shift. The stand-up collar protects the neck from heat and splatter, while long sleeves shield the arms over the range. A chest patch pocket and a small utility pocket on the left sleeve give cooks a place to stash thermometers, pens, and notes.

Materials & Construction

• Fabric: 65/35 polyester-cotton blend — durable, easy-care, and quick-drying for repeated commercial laundering
• Closure: Double-breasted front with plastic buttons
• Collar: Stand-up chef-style collar
• Pockets: One chest patch pocket, plus a thermometer/pen pocket on the left sleeve
• Sleeves: Long, plain cuff
• Color: Traditional kitchen white

Condition

Used GI issue. Each jacket has seen service and may show honest signs of prior wear — light staining, faded markings, or laundering character consistent with kitchen use. This is part of the authentic surplus story, and the poly-cotton shell cleans up well with a hot wash.

Why It Sells

• Genuine US military-issue cook's coat at surplus pricing
• Crosses over to the culinary, costume, and collector markets
• Easy-care poly-cotton holds up to repeated commercial laundering
• Classic double-breasted chef styling that never goes out of date