"Armario learned that lesson early. At just 12 years old, he started working at a Miami gas station, pumping fuel and wiping windshields, even though his manager never asked him to. "I saw the light in people's eyes when you do something nice for someone, and sometimes it got me a tip," he said. "And what I found in later life is that there are so many ways to get to the end result that you're looking for.""
"That attitude shaped the rest of his career. By 14, he'd traded the gas pump for a spatula at the McDonald's across the street, kicking off what would become a five-decade run in the food industry. While he was fired just three months in, he soon landed at Burger King, though he eventually made his way back to McDonald's. The secret to climbing the corporate ladder, according to the Bojangles CEO"
Bojangles' value nearly tripled after being taken private in 2019 for roughly $590 million, with the chain reportedly exploring a sale above $1.5 billion and planning expansion into New York City. CEO José Armario prioritizes humility and customer-focused leadership, asserting that kindness yields better results than aggression. Armario began working at age 12 in a Miami gas station and later at McDonald's and Burger King, rising through operational roles to executive positions managing global supply chain, development, and franchising. Armario emphasizes strategic, stepwise career moves and focusing on the next right step rather than chasing titles.
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