I recently lost my serving job at a restaurant, which came as a shock to me. My manager pulled me aside after my shift and informed me that it would be my last day. He mentioned that while I had great customer interactions and received positive reviews, there were concerns about my performance that I had never been made aware of before. Now, I'm in the process of searching for a new serving position. When filling out applications, I indicated that my employment had ended and that I was looking for a new team and work environment that would better suit me. However, I've come across advice suggesting that I shouldn't disclose being fired. I'm hesitant to lie, especially if they contact my previous employer for a reference. I'm curious to hear from others who have been in a similar situation: did you tell the truth about being fired when applying for new jobs? How did you handle the explanation, and did it impact your chances of getting hired?