Food Technologist Jobs in Oklahoma
Food Technologist jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, with a secondary cluster in Enid, driven by the state's established grain processing, meat packing, and value-added agriculture sectors. Major employers with lasting Oklahoma footprints include Seaboard Foods, Niagara Bottling, and the OSU Food and Agricultural Products Center, hiring food technologists at every level from quality lab technician to senior product development scientist. The most in-demand specialties are food safety and HACCP compliance, shelf-life and formulation development, and regulatory affairs tied to USDA and FDA requirements. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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WENDY'S GENERAL MANAGER – NOW HIRING!!!
Join the Divine Bliss Management team at Wendy’s!
As a General Manager, you will manage the daily operations and staff of a Wendy’s restaurant with a specific focus on staffing, training and scheduling, all of which will help build and retain a 5-star team.
- You know how to identify top talent, develop people, and ensure the right team members are in the right roles at the right times through smart, effective scheduling. You set the tone for the entire restaurant, and new hires look to you as the face of the brand—someone who teaches them how to live Dave’s Legacies and how to “Delight Every Customer.
- You provide consistent coaching, feedback, and development to every member of the team. You lead all people and operational functions of the restaurant, ensuring excellence in service, food quality, and cleanliness. Fresh food is what we do, and your leadership ensures that every guest receives the best experience, day and night. No phoning it in—well, unless DoorDash is calling.
- You and your team treat customers like family. Great food, great service, and great hospitality are what keep them coming back. You show Shift Managers and Crew Members how to do things the right way and ensure every shift improves on the last. You give and take direction with professionalism and confidence.
- You play a key role in driving sales, managing costs, and achieving profit goals. Whether you grew within Wendy’s or bring experience from another foodservice organization, you believe in the Wendy’s brand and take pride in being part of our family.
What you bring to the table:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience leading people, even better if you did it in a foodservice environment.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of food safety procedures and standards
- Serve safe Certification Required
- Driving License Required
- Flexible work availability.
You’re willing and able to:
- Travel to other locations (restaurants, area office, etc.) as needed.
- Stand for long periods, bend and kneel and be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds.
- Handle weather-related moments like rain at the drive-thru, taking trash out in the summer, etc.
- Wear a headset and understand restaurant equipment from a grill to registers and computers.
We get it. We get you.
Our food isn’t one size fits all and our job opportunities aren’t either.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer - that means all races, religions, nationalities, genders and the LGBTQ+ community are welcome. We provide reasonable accommodations in order to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
The Wendy’s Story
First of all, yes, Wendy is a real person. And a pretty special one, being the daughter of our founder Dave Thomas. Today, she is one of the most involved and successful franchise owners in the Wendy’s enterprise. We think Dave would be proud. Back in 1969, he looked around at all other hamburger joints and was like, “Nah. People deserve better.” At the time, other quick-service restaurants were using frozen beef and mass-producing food. Not Dave. His approach of serving fresh, made-to-order hamburgers changed the game. And his can’t-stop-won’t-stop commitment to making customers happy drives everything we do today.
Pay: Starting at $50000.00 / year
Pay:
- Other
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid training
- Profit sharing
- Employee discount
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Education: High school degree
Work location: On-site
WENDY'S GENERAL MANAGER – NOW HIRING!!!
Join the Divine Bliss Management team at Wendy’s!
As a General Manager, you will manage the daily operations and staff of a Wendy’s restaurant with a specific focus on staffing, training and scheduling, all of which will help build and retain a 5-star team.
- You know how to identify top talent, develop people, and ensure the right team members are in the right roles at the right times through smart, effective scheduling. You set the tone for the entire restaurant, and new hires look to you as the face of the brand—someone who teaches them how to live Dave’s Legacies and how to “Delight Every Customer.
- You provide consistent coaching, feedback, and development to every member of the team. You lead all people and operational functions of the restaurant, ensuring excellence in service, food quality, and cleanliness. Fresh food is what we do, and your leadership ensures that every guest receives the best experience, day and night. No phoning it in—well, unless DoorDash is calling.
- You and your team treat customers like family. Great food, great service, and great hospitality are what keep them coming back. You show Shift Managers and Crew Members how to do things the right way and ensure every shift improves on the last. You give and take direction with professionalism and confidence.
- You play a key role in driving sales, managing costs, and achieving profit goals. Whether you grew within Wendy’s or bring experience from another foodservice organization, you believe in the Wendy’s brand and take pride in being part of our family.
What you bring to the table:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience leading people, even better if you did it in a foodservice environment.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of food safety procedures and standards
- Serve safe Certification Required
- Driving License Required
- Flexible work availability.
You’re willing and able to:
- Travel to other locations (restaurants, area office, etc.) as needed.
- Stand for long periods, bend and kneel and be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds.
- Handle weather-related moments like rain at the drive-thru, taking trash out in the summer, etc.
- Wear a headset and understand restaurant equipment from a grill to registers and computers.
We get it. We get you.
Our food isn’t one size fits all and our job opportunities aren’t either.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer - that means all races, religions, nationalities, genders and the LGBTQ+ community are welcome. We provide reasonable accommodations in order to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
The Wendy’s Story
First of all, yes, Wendy is a real person. And a pretty special one, being the daughter of our founder Dave Thomas. Today, she is one of the most involved and successful franchise owners in the Wendy’s enterprise. We think Dave would be proud. Back in 1969, he looked around at all other hamburger joints and was like, “Nah. People deserve better.” At the time, other quick-service restaurants were using frozen beef and mass-producing food. Not Dave. His approach of serving fresh, made-to-order hamburgers changed the game. And his can’t-stop-won’t-stop commitment to making customers happy drives everything we do today.
Pay: Starting at $50000.00 / year
Pay:
- Other
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid training
- Profit sharing
- Employee discount
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Education: High school degree
Work location: On-site
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Food Technologist Job Market in Oklahoma
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- Food & Beverage
- Manufacturing
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What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food technologist jobs across Oklahoma.
- Bachelor's degree in food science, food technology, or closely related field required
- HACCP certification or demonstrated HACCP plan development experience strongly preferred
- Hands-on experience in a food manufacturing or processing plant environment
- Working knowledge of FDA and USDA regulatory standards and food safety programs
- Proficiency with sensory evaluation, shelf-life testing, and formulation documentation
- Familiarity with SQF, BRC, or other third-party food safety audit frameworks
Food Technologist Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a food technologist in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma does not require a state-issued license to work as a food technologist, so the primary path is earning a bachelor's degree in food science, food technology, or a closely related field from an accredited program such as those offered at Oklahoma State University or Langston University. Employers in Oklahoma's grain, meat, and beverage sectors typically expect hands-on lab coursework, HACCP training, and internship experience in a regulated food facility before hiring at the professional level.
Which companies hire food technologists in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma food technologist roles are posted by Wendy's, Target, and Aramark and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Oklahoma's food manufacturing base, anchored by grain processing, pork production, and beverage bottling, keeps a steady pipeline of openings across quality assurance, product development, and regulatory compliance functions.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most food technologist jobs?
Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Edmond account for the largest share of food technologist openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City leads because of its concentration of food manufacturing plants, corporate food company offices, and proximity to OSU's food science programs, while Tulsa draws openings from its industrial food processing corridors and Enid reflects the region's deep grain and milling industry presence.
Are there remote food technologist jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they're rare. About 6% of food technologist openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role typically is. The functions most likely to carry remote or hybrid flexibility are regulatory affairs, technical writing, and food safety documentation, while quality assurance, sensory lab work, and production floor oversight almost always require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a food technologist in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality assurance technician or lab technician role at one of Oklahoma's food processing facilities, where employers such as Seaboard Foods and regional grain mills regularly bring on recent graduates for structured on-the-job training. OSU's food science program places students through internships that frequently convert to full-time offers. Certifications in HACCP or food safety fundamentals from recognized bodies like NEHA or the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance give candidates without plant experience a meaningful edge when applying.
Where can I find and apply to food technologist jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to food technologist jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oklahoma openings across quality assurance, product development, and food safety roles. Search the listings to find positions that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.
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