Shoes for Crews Karina Slip-On Trainers Black Size 38

The Shoes for Crews Karina is a slip-on trainer designed specifically for catering and hospitality environments where staff are on their feet for long shifts and floor surfaces are frequently wet or contaminated with food debris. The microfibre upper keeps the overall weight low at 230g, which makes a practical difference over the course of a full service.

The anti-slip sole is the core functional feature here. Shoes for Crews build their outsoles to perform on the kind of surfaces found in commercial kitchens — wet tiles, greasy mats, and areas around dishwash or prep stations where spills are routine. The slip-on construction removes the need for laces, which is a practical consideration in environments where speed of dressing and hygiene standards both matter.

From an operational standpoint, the Karina suits roles where staff are moving continuously rather than standing in one place. The microfibre upper is straightforward to wipe down, which supports basic hygiene compliance without requiring specialist care.

• Lightweight microfibre construction reduces fatigue on long shifts
• Anti-slip sole rated for wet and greasy kitchen floors
• Laceless design supports quick donning and basic hygiene standards
• Easy-clean upper keeps maintenance straightforward

This particular listing is for size 38 (UK size 5). The Karina is well suited to front-of-house and back-of-house catering staff, kitchen porters, and hospitality teams where a practical, presentable trainer is preferred over a heavier safety boot. For roles requiring toe protection or more substantial underfoot support, a reinforced alternative may be more appropriate.

If you are kitting out a team and need guidance on sizing, quantities, or the right footwear specification for a particular role, we are happy to help you work through the options.