Food Scientist Jobs in Oklahoma
Food Scientist jobs in Oklahoma are open across Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Edmond and other Oklahoma metros, with employers like Starbucks, McDonald's, and Wendy's hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
This is a regular, Full-Time position at the Men's Recovery Center in Talihina | Schedule: 4 10-hour shifts (Wed, Thurs, Fri, and one weekend shift) | Pay: Paygrade 5, Hourly, Dependent upon cooking experience. This position oversees the full cooking process for a large group, including ordering supplies, preparing ingredients, and preparing meals. Weekly earned wage access is an option for this position.
Job Purpose or Objective(s):
The Cook 3 is an advanced experienced level and is responsible for the preparation for patients in a high-volume setting.
Primary Tasks:
- Prepare various ingredients to be cooked to include washing, chopping, slicing, and peeling of fruits and vegetables.
- Cook food to include baking, broiling, frying, steaming, braising, and boiling; provides meals that are properly cooked, tasty and visually appealing; tastes foods before serving and provides garnishes for food plates.
- Provide high quality, fresh food to guests using standardized recipes in accordance with the Oklahoma Diet Manuel.
- Control the level of waste by proper production levels and converted portion guidelines.
- Store and label prepared and open food following the Choctaw Nation food safety guidelines.
- Practice proper food storage and adheres to suitable food serving temperatures and documentation.
- Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized work environment by practicing proper housekeeping procedure such as cleaning while working.
- Assist with set-up, service, and clean-up of food production.
- Rotate stock to ensure usage and disposal occurs before the expiration date.
- Maintain proper documentation/records in accordance with dietary guidelines.
- Assist with training and cross training other employees.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements:
- Food Handlers Permit through Choctaw Nation
- Knowledge of the Oklahoma Diet Manuel
- Ability to read and follow recipes
- Basic math and computer skills
- Ability to multiple tasks
- Ability to follow instructions both written and verbal
- Three years directly related experience
INTRODUCTION
This is a regular, Full-Time position at the Men's Recovery Center in Talihina | Schedule: 4 10-hour shifts (Wed, Thurs, Fri, and one weekend shift) | Pay: Paygrade 5, Hourly, Dependent upon cooking experience. This position oversees the full cooking process for a large group, including ordering supplies, preparing ingredients, and preparing meals. Weekly earned wage access is an option for this position.
Job Purpose or Objective(s):
The Cook 3 is an advanced experienced level and is responsible for the preparation for patients in a high-volume setting.
Primary Tasks:
- Prepare various ingredients to be cooked to include washing, chopping, slicing, and peeling of fruits and vegetables.
- Cook food to include baking, broiling, frying, steaming, braising, and boiling; provides meals that are properly cooked, tasty and visually appealing; tastes foods before serving and provides garnishes for food plates.
- Provide high quality, fresh food to guests using standardized recipes in accordance with the Oklahoma Diet Manuel.
- Control the level of waste by proper production levels and converted portion guidelines.
- Store and label prepared and open food following the Choctaw Nation food safety guidelines.
- Practice proper food storage and adheres to suitable food serving temperatures and documentation.
- Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized work environment by practicing proper housekeeping procedure such as cleaning while working.
- Assist with set-up, service, and clean-up of food production.
- Rotate stock to ensure usage and disposal occurs before the expiration date.
- Maintain proper documentation/records in accordance with dietary guidelines.
- Assist with training and cross training other employees.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements:
- Food Handlers Permit through Choctaw Nation
- Knowledge of the Oklahoma Diet Manuel
- Ability to read and follow recipes
- Basic math and computer skills
- Ability to multiple tasks
- Ability to follow instructions both written and verbal
- Three years directly related experience
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Food Scientist Job Market in Oklahoma
A snapshot from current Oklahoma openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Starbucks77
- McDonald's18
- Wendy's16
- Seaboard Foods11
- Omni Hotels10
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage132
- Retail18
- Education11
- Hospitality & Tourism8
- Government & Public Sector5
What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food scientist jobs across Oklahoma.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in food science, food technology, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with product formulation and bench-scale development
- Working knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP, GMPs, and FDA labeling requirements
- Proficiency with sensory evaluation methods and statistical analysis software
- Experience with pilot plant or production-scale process trials
- SQF, PCQI, or other food safety certification preferred or required
Food Scientist Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How many food scientist jobs are there in Oklahoma?
There are 199+ food scientist openings in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Edmond. New positions post regularly as employers across Oklahoma hire.
How much do food scientists make in Oklahoma?
Food scientists in Oklahoma earn a median of about $84,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,030 for the lowest 10% to over $127,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most food scientist jobs?
Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Edmond have the most food scientist openings in Oklahoma right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire food scientists in Oklahoma?
Employers hiring food scientists in Oklahoma include Starbucks, McDonald's, and Wendy's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote food scientist jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes. About 0% of food scientist openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Oklahoma metros.
How do I apply for food scientist jobs in Oklahoma?
You can apply to food scientist jobs in Oklahoma directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Oklahoma location, then apply to each one that fits.
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