Chefs' hats, also known as toques, are a type of headwear worn by chefs in the kitchen. Toques are typically tall and white, made from cotton or linen, and have a pleated crown that can be adjusted to fit the wearer's head. They are designed to keep hair out of the food being prepared and to protect the chef from heat. The height of the toque is said to indicate the level of skill of the chef wearing it.