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Investing in future team members is a good idea for any business, but Papakura Pak’nSave owner Peter Lynch has been especially fortunate in this sense.
When 11-year-old Noah was asked what he wants to be when he grows up, the Papakura local said he wants to own a Pak’nSave supermarket, not just to work at one.
Earlier this year, Variety – the Children’s Charity surveyed 200 children living in hardship across Aotearoa. Among the aspiring doctors, engineers and athletes, Noah’s answer was unique and ambitious.
Recently, he had the chance to live this dream at Pak’nSave Papakura. He went behind the scenes of the busy supermarket and even spent time serving customers at the checkout.
Lynch, the store’s owner, was impressed.
“I’m a big believer that the most important thing is attitude – and he’s got a great attitude. He’s quite a driven young man, and I think whatever he decides to do, he’ll be successful.”
The visit culminated in a job offer for Noah when he turns 16.
“I think for now, what you’ve got to do is focus on your schoolwork, and when you turn 16, come back and we’ll get you started on a part-time job and go from there,” Lynch advised Noah.
A year eight boarding student at Dilworth School, Noah loves maths, sport, reading and creativity. In his spare time, he enjoys drawing, playing piano, solving puzzles and spending time in the outdoors with his family.
Noah and his two sisters, Azrielle and Scarlett, and their brother, Heaven, are among 7500 children nationwide sponsored by Variety.
Despite facing early health challenges, including surgery as an infant that left him with limited vision in one eye, Noah approaches life with resilience and positivity.
With support from Variety, he has been able to access opportunities such as attending school camp, participating in sport and starting the school year with the supplies he needs.
“It really helps our family have a satisfying life,” Noah said in a letter to his sponsor. “We appreciate all the support.”
