As per the prevailing standards and requirements of the tourism, restaurant and hospitality industry, all ITHQ students must comply with basic professional image rules, which are complementary to the MAPAQ dress code requirements and regulations.  

Dress code

The student dress code varies depending on the level of instruction, program, and learning environment:

Uniform
Kitchen, pastry or service uniform purchased from the official ITHQ supplier

Professional attire
ITHQ skirt or pants, suit jacket, shirt and tie purchased from the official ITHQ supplier

Business attire
Black, blue or grey skirt or pants, white shirt, solid-colour suit jacket and tie purchased from the supplier of your choice

General appearance

At all times
ITHQ students must adopt a refined professional image. They must maintain good personal hygiene and wear clean clothing that is in good condition and that is the right size (not too tight or too loose). 

For workshops involving contact with clients (at the Hôtel de l’ITHQ, Restaurant de l’ITHQ, La Relève gourmande, etc.) 

• Long hair must tied be back.
• Tattoos cannot be visible and must be fully covered with clothing at all times during the workshops. 
• Earrings are the only permitted body piercing and must be worn in the earlobe (maximum one per ear). Other jewellery is allowed if it is discreet.
• Discreet nail polish, make-up and perfume are permitted.

Cooking workshops 
Under the MAPAQ’s good hygiene and sanitation practices: 

• Long hair must be tied back. 
• A hairnet and beard net must be worn along with a type of chef’s hat. 
• Jewellery (including earrings) and nail polish is not permitted.