Ron Swanson Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 Asking on behalf of someone else, who has a limited budget.They are going to do a trial run working in a kitchen, and need a pair of comfortable shoes with good grip - the floor gets slippery at times.It's not for KFC or McDonalds, just a small cafe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Swanson Posted March 28, 2021 Author Share Posted March 28, 2021 Sketchers work range are my go-to. I said they had a limited budget, so Sketchers are not an option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fruitmincepies Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 A limited budget can mean very different things to different people. How limited are we talking? Under $100? Under $50? Less? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Bicycle Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 A closed toe, fully over the foot shoe, low heel. Something like a cheap vinyl/ leather school shoe would be good, a pair of runners at a pinch. Just make sure it has good tread for grip.Not only is it to protect the foot from drop hazards such as pots, knives etc, it's also to protect the foot from hot splash hazards. I would also wear trousers to protect the lower legs.My professional chef BIL was very badly burned when he exited the kitchen at end of shift wearing thongs and tried to catch a full stock pot from tipping onto a staff member who was cleaning the oven below. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenflea Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 I noticed the contestants on Masterchef wear black pull on boots. No doubt not cheap ones, but target or any shoe shop coming into winter should have boots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BECZ Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 I noticed the contestants on Masterchef wear black pull on boots. No doubt not cheap ones, but target or any shoe shop coming into winter should have boots. Even back in the days that I worked at Coles, lots of the males and some females work work style boots (like Blundstone) and they were on their feet all day and said that they were comfy.I think many of them just bought the BigW/target ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Bicycle Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 I noticed the contestants on Masterchef wear black pull on boots. No doubt not cheap ones, but target or any shoe shop coming into winter should have boots. Even back in the days that I worked at Coles, lots of the males and some females work work style boots (like Blundstone) and they were on their feet all day and said that they were comfy.I think many of them just bought the BigW/target ones. Yes, trade safety footwear is made for people to stand in all day as well as protect their feet. If you are looking at safety footwear you don't need ones with a steel safety toemfir working in a kitchen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catzilla Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 I wear this kind of thing to work at Woolworths, for $39 from Big W, and I’ve not yet slipped in them.https://www.bigw.com.au/product/grosby-women-s-mid-heel-school-shoes-black/p/1180652-black/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucy Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 Have a look at the Kmart website, go to Shoes, and then Active Shoes. There are several styles of black lace up sneakers available that range in price from $12 to $30. There are photos of the soles of each shoe, some of them look like reasonable grip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Swanson Posted March 28, 2021 Author Share Posted March 28, 2021 A limited budget can mean very different things to different people. How limited are we talking? Under $100? Under $50? Less? Ideally under $50 - as they are unemployed (hence applying for this job) and on newstart/jobseeker. They are going to be greatly impacted by the drop in jobseeker payments in a few days.Thanks for all the suggestions everyone. BigW looks promising, and if they are successful in landing the job, they can save up for one of the other suggestions.I forgot that they will also be walking about 2.5km to their nearest bus stop to catch public transport to work, so they have to be comfortable to walk 5km each day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucy Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 A limited budget can mean very different things to different people. How limited are we talking? Under $100? Under $50? Less? Ideally under $50 - as they are unemployed (hence applying for this job) and on newstart/jobseeker. They are going to be greatly impacted by the drop in jobseeker payments in a few days.Thanks for all the suggestions everyone. BigW looks promising, and if they are successful in landing the job, they can save up for one of the other suggestions.I forgot that they will also be walking about 2.5km to their nearest bus stop to catch public transport to work, so they have to be comfortable to walk 5km each day. I work in a job where I am on my feet all day and I wear Skechers lace up shoes from their Work range. They are very comfortable and my feet and legs are less tired at the end of the day than they used to be before I bought them. However I think they were about $140 so no not suited to a limited budget but something to maybe buy down the track. Anyway good luck, I hope they get the job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fruitmincepies Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 This I assume is one of those areas where the people with limited budgets are additionally disadvantaged - cheaper shoes that they can afford may be less comfortable and less able to cope with the wear from walking longer distances each day. The skechers would be comfortable and in my experience last quite well, but the upfront cost in prohibitive. Hopefully the bigw ones work for her and I hope things work out for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Swanson Posted March 28, 2021 Author Share Posted March 28, 2021 This I assume is one of those areas where the people with limited budgets are additionally disadvantaged - cheaper shoes that they can afford may be less comfortable and less able to cope with the wear from walking longer distances each day. The skechers would be comfortable and in my experience last quite well, but the upfront cost in prohibitive. I was just discussing that very problem with DH! I remembered a thread on EB last year? about this.She has to be careful what she spends her money on - she needs the shoes for the trial run, but if she isn't successful, then she's wasted money on shoes she may not wear again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Bicycle Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 In NZ when I worked in safety equipment industry, the governement coughed up for safety shoes for people seeking work ( as shoes are not provided by employers being a personal fit issue). They would come instore with a budget, try on shoes, and I would print a quote for what they choose. They came back the next day with an offical governement cheque to pick up their shoes. I hope they still do this in NZ and should be something done here too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caitiri Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 They should ask their job provider if shoes can be funded,By job provider i mean the agency who they got assigned to once on jobseeker. I know they do safety gear funding so shoes might count Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not So Retro Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 They should ask their job provider if shoes can be funded,By job provider i mean the agency who they got assigned to once on jobseeker. I know they do safety gear funding so shoes might countI was just coming to say the same thing, there's quite a range of things job network providers can fund Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaLittleEd Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 This I assume is one of those areas where the people with limited budgets are additionally disadvantaged - cheaper shoes that they can afford may be less comfortable and less able to cope with the wear from walking longer distances each day. The skechers would be comfortable and in my experience last quite well, but the upfront cost in prohibitive. I was just discussing that very problem with DH! I remembered a thread on EB last year? about this. [mention]Lady Sybil Vimes[/mention] Ah yes. The Sam Vimes view of inequality through a pair of cardboard soled boots. The "Sam Vimes boot theory of inequality" is actually a googleable thing. From the legendary Terry Pratchett. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Sybil Vimes Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 This I assume is one of those areas where the people with limited budgets are additionally disadvantaged - cheaper shoes that they can afford may be less comfortable and less able to cope with the wear from walking longer distances each day. The skechers would be comfortable and in my experience last quite well, but the upfront cost in prohibitive. I was just discussing that very problem with DH! I remembered a thread on EB last year? about this. @Lady Sybil Vimes Ah yes. The Sam Vimes view of inequality through a pair of cardboard soled boots. The "Sam Vimes boot theory of inequality" is actually a googleable thing. From the legendary Terry Pratchett. One of my favourite theories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Swanson Posted March 28, 2021 Author Share Posted March 28, 2021 I had forgotten there was the option of the job provider.I've received a pm from a very generous member, offering to help out. I've turned down this wonderful offer as although the person is on a tight budget, there are other people in her life who could help out if shoes aren't found in her budget.The Samuel Vimes 'Boots' theory is applicable in so many areas of life for so many on low incomes. We need to be reminded of that every so often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Escapin Xmas Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 I had a quick look online and she/he might be able to get a pair of really blundies from an army disposal store (if there’s one within cooee). Blundies are good all year round and look great with thick socks and a dress/skirt just as much as jeans. Fingers crossed they get the job and then it’s all moot anyway !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chchgirl Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 Do they have a job provider? I've got sketchers now but when I was working part time, studying and on jobseeker temporarily last year, my job provider gave me brand hew nursing shoes which are so comfortable and like walking on air. They are closed in and would be suitable for a kitchen as well. See if they can ask.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozgirl Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 I noticed the contestants on Masterchef wear black pull on boots. No doubt not cheap ones, but target or any shoe shop coming into winter should have boots. Even back in the days that I worked at Coles, lots of the males and some females work work style boots (like Blundstone) and they were on their feet all day and said that they were comfy.I think many of them just bought the BigW/target ones. Yes, trade safety footwear is made for people to stand in all day as well as protect their feet. If you are looking at safety footwear you don't need ones with a steel safety toemfir working in a kitchen. Um yes, could drop a large knife. OP, def consider a work style boot. If they are safety shoes (ie steel cap) then you can claim on tax. clogs are also popular in kitchens.But safety boots are better which is why masterchef wear them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozgirl Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 A quick google shoes Big w and Kmart have steel capped work boots under $40,Kmart Slip On Work Boots-Black$34.00KmartMaterialGenuine Leather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozgirl Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 Slip on also good, as with above example hot soup on a sneaker wouldn't be that fun (but not as bad as thongs!). But you would want them off fast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Bicycle Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 Slip on also good, as with above example hot soup on a sneaker wouldn't be that fun (but not as bad as thongs!). But you would want them off fast! My BIL almost ended up with skin grafts on his feet. He couldn't wear shoes and slept with no sheets or blankets on his feet for weeks. The other guy cleaning the oven, did get a burn on his butt, but not too bad.Afterwards I brought him a specialist burns first aid kit to keep in his locker ( it's expensive, but I got staff discount at the safety equipment store) so he wouldn't be in the situation of waiting for an ambulance for relief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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