Ethical Statement

At Chef Zone Direct, ethical manufacturing is at the heart of everything we do. We follow a strict supplier selection process, ensuring that only factories committed to fair wages, safe working conditions, and responsible production become part of our supply chain. Before partnering with any manufacturer, we personally inspect, approve, and maintain direct relationships to uphold our high ethical standards. Our local agents and dedicated staff work closely with our garment factories to ensure full compliance with our ethical policies. From testing fabrics at the source to monitoring production practices, we prioritise transparency, quality, and worker well-being, ensuring every Chef Zone Direct uniform is made with integrity and care.

Our Supply Chain Code of Conduct Compliance

At Chef Zone Direct, we are committed to ethical and responsible manufacturing. Our products are made in our own factory and by carefully selected suppliers who employ thousands of individuals worldwide. We work closely with our partners to ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and an inclusive, discrimination-free environment. All suppliers must comply with national regulations and meet the following minimum ethical and safety standards:

Freely Chosen Employment

No forced, involuntary, or bonded labour is permitted. Employees must be free to leave their job with reasonable notice.

No Child Labour

Employees must meet the legal minimum working age as required by their country’s law.

Fair Hours & Wages

Working hours must follow local labour laws, and overtime must be voluntary and paid at a premium rate.

Maternity Rights

All female employees must have access to maternity leave.

Safe & Healthy Conditions

Factories must provide clean, well-maintained facilities, including adequate washrooms and canteen areas.

Rights & Representation

Workers’ representatives must be protected from discrimination and allowed to perform their duties within the workplace.

Health & Safety Standards

Suppliers must have clear policies and procedures in place to ensure workplace safety.

Medical Care

Primary healthcare must be available on-site.

Ethical Supply Chain

Suppliers must ensure their own supply chains follow these same ethical standards and align with Chef Zone Direct’s Code of Conduct.

No Outsourcing or Homeworkers

Subcontracting or home-based work is strictly prohibited.

Independent Audits

All suppliers must agree to independent audits as required by Chef Zone Direct to maintain compliance.

Factory Auditing & Ethical Compliance

At Chef Zone Direct, we take ethical manufacturing seriously. Every garment manufacturer we work with must undergo a formal ethical audit, ensuring fair labour practices, workplace safety, and environmental responsibility. These audits provide a transparent, verifiable assessment of social and environmental performance, helping us uphold the highest standards in our supply chain. To ensure full compliance, all our garment manufacturers must hold a valid audit certification from at least one of the following internationally recognised bodies:

✔ WRAP – Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production

✔ BSCI – Business Social Compliance Initiative

✔ SMETA – Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit

As an additional safeguard, our senior management team conducts regular, unannounced factory visits to personally verify working conditions and compliance. By maintaining these rigorous standards, we ensure that every Chef Zone Direct uniform is produced ethically, responsibly, and with integrity.

Our Commitment to Preventing Modern Slavery

Modern slavery includes forced labour, human trafficking, servitude, and exploitation, and Chef Zone Direct is committed to ensuring it has no place in our business or supply chain. We operate with integrity, transparency, and strict safeguards to prevent any form of modern slavery within our operations.
As part of our supplier policy, we conduct thorough due diligence before approving any manufacturer. This includes:

✔ Background checks – We verify that suppliers have no history of modern slavery offences.
✔ On-site audits – Our team reviews working conditions firsthand.
✔ Strict supplier agreements – All suppliers must adhere to our anti-slavery policy and ethical standards.

Supplier Compliance Requirements

To Maintain a contract with Chef Zone Direct, suppliers must confirm that:

  • They comply with our ethical policy and uphold fair labour practices.
  • They hold at least one valid factory audit: WRAP, SEDEX, or BSCI.
  • Their audit reports are available for Chef Zone Direct’s review.
  • They have taken active steps to eliminate modern slavery within their business.
  • They hold their own suppliers accountable for preventing modern slavery.
  • They pay employees at least the legal minimum wage in their country of operation.
  • They allow Chef Zone Direct representatives to conduct audits when requested.

Failure to meet these requirements or any discovery of modern slavery in a supplier’s operations will result in immediate termination of the contract. By enforcing these standards, we ensure that every Chef Zone Direct product is made ethically, responsibly, and free from exploitation.